The important part of growing older was the growing part. Resisting change meant forever standing still, which was a sad way to live.

What she did have, after raising two children, was the equivalent of a PhD in mothering and my undying respect.

So where does that leave me? I like hosting the show. I feel so . . .” She searched for the word. “So whole when I’m there.” Once started, the thoughts spilled. “I didn’t plan...

Rain didn’t make things messy. People did that all on their own.

I had nothing to fear from my father.Except his disappointment.Which was no small thing.